Dick Allen

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 09:00 PM) Is Thome actually available? It was mentioned as a possibility, but that could be for show.

Neshek has given up 3 runs this year, all solo homers from lefties.

Let him hang himself.

As Wimpy used to say, take 2 they're small.

QUOTE(fathom @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:53 PM) If they bring a righty in, we'd probably see Pods. I think I would go up to my roof and think about my options.

QUOTE(chisoxfan79 @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:53 PM) I think Reyes will stay in to keep Thome on the bench Or AJ, because AJ hit one a mile off him last evening.

Reyes walk a guy last night. He hasn't walked many this year.

If Neshek gets in the game, and Thome is able, I have a feeling he could take him very deep.

This guy Reyes is having an incredible year. He's been pretty horrible the rest of his career.

CF defense really comes into play now. IF ROB MACKOWIAK EVER PLAYS CF AGAIN, OZZIE AND KW SHOULD BE FIRED AND SENT TO THE MENTAL WARD IMMEDIATELY.

Ozzie's white flag, Neal Cotts, is warming up.

The tying run always comes to the plate. I'd love to see Thome put one on the board to tie it up.

I don't care if he isn't "stretched out". Put McCarthy in the rotation.

They are sweating in Motown.

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:33 PM) Yeah, but it's also hard to believe that we could play worse than we've played this year with a roster like we have. Seriously, this division is going to be Hell on earth for the next 4-5 years. Especially if Sweeney can turn into something good for us. Anderson already is, McCarthy already is, we need 1-2 more pieces and it's going to be a 3-4 way dogfight every year. I predict the Tigers pitching falls down to earth next year. The Indians will be better, and the Twins will always be tough. I really don't like the long-term financial commitment the Sox have to their rotation. I hope at least 2 and hopefully 3 are sent packing this winter. Maybe sign a free agent or 2, and get some top prospects since even mediocre pitching is in demand. The Sox could set themselves up for several years if they make the right moves.

QUOTE(fathom @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:32 PM) Hawk would have a 9 inning erection every game if Lou was the manager. That is true. Hawk's admiration for Ozzie is nothing compared to his admiration for Lou.

QUOTE(fathom @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:30 PM) Pinella is overrated. I would love to see Steve Stone be our next manager. FOR THE TWINS I love Sweet Lou. He's very intense. I loved him ever since he wrestled Dibble and told him he wasn't a man.

The homer Sandy hit was the first he's hit since his last tour of duty with the Sox.

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:28 PM) For a guy who isn't Cy F***ing Young or whatever ozzie said he wasn't...he's outdueled Santana while he's been in there. Too bad Ozzie didn't bring him in for the 6th last night. The Sox may have won.

QUOTE(fathom @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:26 PM) I don't think you could get Hawk to actually criticize Ozzie, even if you have a gun to his head. Hawk does everything but blame Ozzie for so many things. Although he did cry about the lack of the wheel play, something he hasn't seen since 2004. He ripped Manuel for never using it.

QUOTE(fathom @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:24 PM) I hate Mariotti with a passion, but I cringed when I read in the paper earlier this week that Ozzie didn't want to take back that comment. I'm surprised I didn't see a thread about the article, as Ozzie was complaining that people are too critical of his managing, and he might just want to quit managing and hang out with his family. You suck Ozzie....now go play with Ozney. I think his kids won't let him quit. They are living the good life.

For a guy who needs to be stretched out, McCarthy lasted longer than Contreras.

QUOTE(southsideirish71 @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:19 PM) Ozzie Guillen in 2006 = Tony Pena past 2003. Mad Genius turned into retarded managing and losing your ballclub. His idiotic behavior worked last year, but that crap doesn't last long. I would be shocked if he's still managing the White Sox beyond whenever his contract runs out.

I wish some of the good posters would post at the game thread.

QUOTE(shoota @ Aug 26, 2006 -> 08:16 PM) It wasn't a personal attack but a hope that Ozzie would enter politics so he wouldn't manage the Sox any more. He did say he could be mayor.